English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

Patrick reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"This course is a must for anyone interested in archery. I had a fantastic time and have learnt so much!. Gaz and Tom made the course enjoyable from start to finish and their knowledge and attention to details was so helpful. I'm so happy with my longbow and it's given me the confidence to make more in the future "

Craig reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"I've been in the woods with my bow today, by jings it works! I had an amazing weekend, Gavin and Tom were great teachers throughout giving you as much or as little attention as you wanted. The whole process is well explained with theory touched on here and there. It is great to have a functional bow that I have made and the confidence to go make another. Thanks guys! And what a workshop!"

Colin Maidment reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"I enjoyed the course immensely which was due to the support and instruction from Gavin and Tom. This was done in a friendly approach with a right level of banter and eclectic mix of music to put people at there ease. The result was a finished bow which I was proud of and hope to develop my long bow shooting skills. Thanks."

Tom reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Gav and Tom were great teachers, very knowledgable and friendly, they really knew their stuff, the course was very hands on we really did make the long bows ourselves and each step was well taught, with clear instruction and a well thought through shedual. All in all a great experience in a lovely community run workshop with teachers cleary passionate about their craft."

Nick Scott reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Fantastic weekend. Great friendly atmosphere. Gavin and Tom made the whole experience. They were very helpful, informative and patient helping me come away with a perfect longbow beyond my dreams. Top marks to all the team. I just wish I lived nearer to do more courses."

Alwyn Williams reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Brilliant! Not just what you produce but the whole package! Great instructors, friendly environment, sound knowledge and top support from the team! Will be back with friends soon to do it all again as it was such fun and lovely to make something that has been taught in these lands for centuries! Kind regards Will. "

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to write us this review We are so glad you had a good weekend and look forward to seeing you and your friends as soon as you are all ready. All the best Pam"

River reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"I entered this course having had almost no woodworking experience, but the instructors were great and guided me through every step of the process. Not only do you leave with a longbow which you made yourself but also many great tips and a good understanding on how to maintain your longbow and keep it in good shape. On top of it being really fun and good value the money goes towards a good cause as these courses subsidies the workshop which is used to help special needs children during term time. I would 100% recommend."

David Graham reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"This was a great course, making a beautiful craft built functioning longbow from scratch over a weekend. And leaving on the Sunday with such a thing of beauty and power in your hands is far more valuable than the cost of the course. We received patient step by step instruction and guidance with full explanation by Gavin and Tom at all stages. And it was a real pleasure to get to know them and the lovely group of people that were my comrades on the course. Thoroughly recommend it."

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you very much for your kind words and we are delighted you enjoyed the weekend. Happy shooting"

Adam reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"The course was fantastic, for someone who has never even picked up a wood plane before, I managed to create a beautiful long bow from 3 planks of wood. The instructions were clear and easy to follow and Gavin and Tom were always happy to help out and give more detailed guidance when needed. Even if you have never done any wood working before, I would highly recommend the course. "

Phillip Brown reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Both Gav and Tom were very knowledgeable and helpful and kept us all entertained along the journey of making our longbows. Yes you could spend the fee (and more) on purchasing a custom built bow by one of the many suppliers but now I feel confident to have a go making one at home and they’ll be there for you if you need any advice/help with your bow or new skills"

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and I'm so glad you had a good weekend. Enjoy your bow. Pam"

AJS reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Great course, even for students with very limited experience of working with wood. Instructors do everything to help you to work smoothly on the longbow - which is a thing of beauty "

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you for giving a review and I'm so glad you had a good weekend. Enjoy your bow. Pam"

Tom Price reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Really good fun - Gavin and Tom are great company and won't let you leave with a bad bow! I couldn't believe the quality of the finished longbow; you don't have to be an expert woodworker to enjoy this course."

Tim Hieghton-Jackson reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"I was thoroughly impressed with the venue, the instructors and the equipment. The venue is charming, likewise the instructors and the tools were of a high quality. I am very pleased with the bow I came away with and the patient manner in which Gavin and Tom imparted their knowledge made the course a real treat. The materials to make a bow are not cheap and the course represents very good value for money. Top marks indeed."

Stuart Rigg reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"The course was amazing, fun, informative, and well run by Gavin and Tom. Clear instruction throughout and support as you laminate, size, shape and string your bow. Even some tips/tricks for using and storing. Pam was a big help with explaining the course and getting us booked on! Friendly group of people leading and taking the course, could not recommend enough. "

Tony Laverick reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Excellent course. Friendly tutors. Good instruction."

David Hudson reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Fantastic course! Very knowledgeable tutors, relaxed atmosphere, quality tools, and great instruction. Really pleased with how the bow turned out, and learned a lot in the process. It's a lot of work, but very rewarding. Highly recommended."

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you David its great to hear you had a good weekend and like your bow. Happy shooting Pam"